Golf-o-ween costume inspo — Ruoning Yin victorious again
The IX: Golf Thursday with Marin Dremock, Oct. 31, 2024
Happy Halloween to all you golf fans who celebrate. I know today’s the big spooky day and everyone has had their costumes picked out since last November, but I still want to talk about golf-ish Halloween costumes.
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What would Halloween be without a costume, and what would a golf newsletter be without some relevant Halloween costume inspiration? (Even if it’s too late and you have to use it next year.)
There are a million golf-related Halloween costumes to explore, whether they’re classic or a little niche. MSN took the Malbon route and cited Jason Day’s Masters vest and Charlie Hull’s cigarette moment as two viable costume options. And I’m sure you’ve seen those two kiddos dressed up as Scottie Scheffler and a police officer. Golf costume of the year.
Those costumes are of their time, for certain. And I’m here to give you some more.
Keeping with the theme of timeliness, you could dress as Lydia Ko with her gold, silver and bronze Olympic medals.
If you have golf clothes, easy! Pick a white on white or black on black outfit, and you’re set. For headwear, you could nab a classic Titleist visor or hat. It’s not like you won’t use it for a future round of golf.
Another headwear option is the super cool New Zealand Maori fern hat that Ko sported during the Paris 2024 Games. If this isn’t for you, opt for a Titleist or something you’ve already got in the closet.
The Olympic medals are, of course, what make the costume pop, since Ko is now the most decorated Olympic golfer. Amazon sells medals of all three kinds, so you can purchase as many or as little as you’d like. (If you get a bulk 28-pack, you could even dress up as Katie Ledecky one year.)
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You want a double couples costume? I’ll give you a double couples costume.
Remember the shirts-off moment from this year’s Solheim Cup?
Oh yeah, I think we all do.
Megan Khang, Allison Lee and their caddies is a ridiculous (but hilarious) costume option, good for any adult-friendly Halloween party. Caddies, the LPGA Pro Shop has Solheim Cup merchandise like polos and hats that are fairly priced. If you have red, white or blue golf gear already, though, no need to spend.
(You obviously won’t need to purchase shirts, caddies, unless you want to wave them above your heads like Terrible Towels. Hats, though, I would recommend. It really pulls the outfit together.)
If you’re the lucky two dressing as Khang and Lee, their outfits have a few signature elements that you’ll be sure to pick up. Here are some iconic U.S.A. socks you can grab to resemble the players’.
If you’re going to wear it and you want to drop the money, Dunning has all of the official golf gear that the ladies wore. Quarter-zips, polos, vests, skirts, shorts and more are all on the site, and the quality is definitely worth the price. A lot of items are discounted right now, so if you’re wanting to put these costumes together for next year, I’d recommend purchasing now.
But of course, one of the most obvious and classic golf Halloween costumes is a golfer and/or caddie. This couple on Pinterest takes the Masters route, dressing in a Green Jacket and all-white caddie jumpsuit. You could also go with a simple caddie bib from Amazon. Anything works, and there are so many liberties you can take.
This costume is simple, classic and could be coupled or solo. If you’re coupling, and one of you is a golfer, you have it decided. If you’re just feeling the caddie costume, there’s nothing wrong with a lone caddie. If you’re a golf fan on a budget or tight schedule, this is perfect.
I’m also a fan of the Caddyshack Halloween costume. My parents sported a spooky version of Bill Murray’s character and a gopher many years ago, when I was a wee child, and I wish I could find a picture of them. They nailed it, but this couple on Pinterest did too.
If you’re in a pinch, a simple Amazon search can once again save the day. Another classic.
Enjoy your Hallow’s Eve, golf friends, and stay spooky. Hopefully a local golf course has hosted or is hosting a glow-in-the-dark golf event that you can have fun at. The weather in most states is still golf-able. See you next week.
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Five at The IX: Ruoning Yin charges for her second win in three starts at the 2024 Maybank Championship
On Sunday, Oct. 27 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 22 year-old Ruoning Yin captured her fifth career LPGA Tour victory and her third victory of the season. With this win, Yin is projected to move into the top five in the Race to the CME Globe standings. Here’s what the Shanghai native had to say after her monumental victory.
THE MODERATOR: Hello, everyone, and welcome to the media center at the 2024 Maybank Championship. Joined by 2024 champion, Ruoning Yin. Let’s give a round of applause.
(Applause.)
What a day. Paired with some amazing other players. Came out on top by one shot. Talk about your emotions that went into today.
RUONING YIN: I would say that was a really tough battle out there, and Haeran and Jeeno, they are really, really good and they just bring the best version of myself.
I would say today the key for me is be patient. I had a really good start on the front nine and kind of just like yesterday, slow down a little bit after 12. I have a lot of birdie chances on 14, 15, and 16, even 17.
So when I missed on 16 green, David my caddie told me, you’re doing good. Just be patient. Putts will drop. So I’m really happy that I stayed patient.
Q. I think the other major headline is this is your second win in your last three starts. What’s going so well for you? What’s it like to be Ronni right now?
RUONING YIN: Feels pretty good being myself. I would say at Buick second round when I fix my driver I know I’m able to win, I will have a chance to win every week I would say.
This week and Buick week my driver, my putting, and my approach shot just really, really good. Yeah, I’m pretty happy right now. (Smiling.)
Q. You’re joining an elite few this season having three wins, Nelly, Lydia, and Hannah. What’s it like to have that dominance towards the end of the season here?
RUONING YIN: I would say this season so far I learn a lot. I would say my mental is next level I would say, because early this year I was really stressed because I had really good year last year, and early this year I think I put too many pressure on myself thinking about if I can win again or not.
And after Mizuho, I think I got hurt Mizuho week, and after that I realized that I really love golf. I really like to play on this Tour, play with all my friends, and I just really wanted to enjoy my life, enjoy play on the course.
Whatever the goal is, just be happy you get there. So I’m really happy that I am able to do that and join, like you said, Nelly, Lydia, and Hannah.
And also I saw a lot of big names on the way to the locker, a lot of big names win here. I’m really happy that I can be one of them.
Q. Congratulations on your win as well. You mentioned about how you love being on tour and playing with your friends. How is it playing with Jeeno today in the final group?
RUONING YIN: It’s really fun actually. Actually it’s our first time playing together in the final group. I would say she really put a lot of pressure on me, but I think it just another normal day for us.
I’m sure this won’t be the last time, and I’m sure there will be more battle between us, and so I’m really looking forward for our next battle.
Q. And one more. Shanshan Feng used to win a couple times in Malaysia. How does it feel to probably win in Malaysia as a player from China as well?
RUONING YIN: Yeah, I just, like I said, I saw her picture on the way to the locker and I know she won in 2016. I’m just literally thinking about if I’m able to join her, the second Chinese player win in Malaysia, and I’m happy to do that, yeah.
Q. Here at the Maybank Championship there were so many fans out there today. What’s it like to see the build of this tournament and all the fans that came to support today?
RUONING YIN: The crowds are really good today. I just told Dave that this probably the — I mean, this is probably the best crowd of the year so far. I just really love to see all the fans come out to watch.
And the grandstand, everything, it’s just really phenomenal.
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